The transverse abdominis supports the spine and the way we hold our bodies, but it's often neglected. Here's how I learned to engage it.

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Discover the most effective 15-minute core workout routine from a certified trainer with 20+ years experience. Get defined abs in just 4-6 weeks with these 5 proven exercises.

On the quest to get a six-pack, most people turn to traditional abs workouts like planks and crunches. But to really carve ...

Core strength is important for body stability, pain-free movement, and injury prevention. Core exercises target muscles in the abdomen, lower back, and pelvis.

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The zombie sit-up isn’t for the faint of heart; to find out more, I added it to my workouts for a week and felt the ...

Holding a plank for 60 seconds or more activates multiple muscle groups, boosts endurance, and improves posture. Studies show ...

Discover how your plank hold time compares to others. Learn the scientifically proven benchmarks for core strength and how to improve your plank endurance.

This 15-minute abs workout from YouTube fitness trainer Mizi is a great example of how to train your core without hitting the ...

How to do it: Grab a dumbbell and stand tall with the weight in left hand, core engaged, shoulders back, chest proud. Contract abs and lean to the left as you slide the weight down to left knee. Use ...

This Pilates abs workout can help you build a stronger core in under 30 minutes - without a single sit-up, crunch, or plank ...